Tai Chi

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Tai Chi The History Tai Chi & Taoism Yield and overcome;Bend and be straight;Empty and be full;Wear out and be renewed. Many fundamental ideas parallel those of Taoism.

-The characteristics of both are of: yielding, softness, slowness, balance, and rootedness

-Tao Te Ching ( The Way of Power/Virtue) key book of Taoism

Tao Te Ching While meditating one day,Chang San Fen visualized a battle between a snake and a bird. As the intense battle continued, neither opponent was injured or conquered. From this visualization, Chang created thirteen martial arts poses which later became the basis for the practice of Tai Chi -Tai Chi movements are slow, gentle, and mindful

Practice used as:

* Moving meditation* Exercise*Strengthen general health and well being

-Originally created as a system of martial arts fighting

Different Styles -There are five widely practiced styles of Tai Chi today:ChenYangWuHaoSun

-Oldest: Chen

-Most Popular: Yang

20 different variations in England and the United States

Focuses on movements that are large, slow, smooth, gentle, and big. Some of these common ideas include:

*Wu Chi*Yin Yang*Qi Wu Chi state of emptiness "Tai Chi emanates from the Wu Chi and is the mother of yin and yang. In movement tai chi seperates. In stillness yin and yang blend and return to Wu Chi."

Uncomfortable when they experience the depths of their negative emotions

Lack of motivation “Nothing ever comes to one, that is worth having, except as a result of hard work.”Booker T. Washington Formal Training There is currently no national standard for Tai Chi certifications within the United States.

The certification levels range from:

Certified Tai Chi Practitioner (150 hours of formal training)

Certified Level III Instructor (over 2000 hours of formal training and teaching) American Tai Chi and Qigong Association Manage and reduce stress levelsBuild levels of QiImprove postureSpiritual growthHelps loosen musclesIncrease flexibility, stamina, and focusDevelops coordination Tai Chi is a great practice for people of all ages and people who are overweight because it is a low-impact exercise. Increased balance & circulationRegulates blood pressureRestores sexual energyPromotes sound sleep Strengths No restrictions on who can participate